17 fantastic things to do in Edmonton this long weekend: August 4 to 7
The Heritage Day long weekend has finally arrived in Edmonton and it’s looking like we’re in for some spectacular weather.
From Heritage Festival to the ball diamond to hikes through our favourite National Park, check out 17 of the best things to do in Edmonton this long weekend.
Heritage Festival
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What:Ā The Edmonton Heritage Festival is a three-day event to sample delicious food, see creative performances, and celebrate Canadaās multiculturalism. Enjoy the tastes, sights, and sounds from over 60 countries at 50 outdoor pavilions.
Where:Ā Edmonton EXPO Centre, Borden Park, and Exhibition Land
When:Ā August 5 to 7
Tickets:Ā Free admission
Disco in the Park
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What:Ā Get ready to dance the night away at Disco in the Park, a two-day music festival getting underway this weekend. Itās like the Edmonton Folk Festival but for disco and electronic music.
Where:Ā Louise McKinney Riverfront Park
When:Ā August 4 to 6
Cost:Ā $79.38-$233.95; get themĀ here
Go swim in a lake
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What:Ā As we head into the final stretch of summer, take advantage of some gorgeous nearby lakes as something free and fun to do. CheckĀ out our roundupĀ of some of the best nearby lakes and enjoy those sandy beaches and cool waters.
Old Strathcona Farmersā Market
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What:Ā Thereās no better start to your Saturday morning than with a trip to the Old Strathcona Farmersā Market orĀ any of the incredible marketsĀ Edmonton is home to. Grab a coffee, browse through the stalls, pick up something home-baked, and take a morning stroll down Whyte Avenue when youāre finished.
The Shrek Rave
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What:Ā Itās time to leave your swamp and set out on an adventure because aĀ Shrek-themed rave is returning to Edmonton, and itāll have you shouting āDONKEY!ā all night long.
Where:Ā Midway Music Hall āĀ 6107 104th Street NW
When:Ā August 5
Cost:Ā $39.16; get themĀ here
Hit up the Edmonton Corn Maze
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What:Ā The Edmonton Corn Maze is finally open for the season! For more than two decades, the maze has been a staple in the area for some fun during the later months of summer and into the heart of fall.
When:Ā July 26 to October 22
Where:Ā 26171 Garden Valley Road,Ā Spruce Grove
Tickets:Ā Tickets can be foundĀ here.
Go see a $2.99 movie at Cineplex
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What:Ā Movies for just $2.99 are playing this summer at Cineplex theatres across Canada, running every Saturday morning throughout the month. This weekend, The Bad GuysĀ will be on the bargain big screen. A full listing of screening times and films is available on the officialĀ Cineplex website.
When: Saturday, August 5
Where:Ā Various Cineplex locations
See an Edmonton Riverhawks game
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What:Ā Nothing beats the atmosphere at Re/Max Field during an Edmonton Riverhawks game. This collegiate summer baseball team draws quite a crowd during the season, and we love to see it. Grab a beer bat and a hot dog, and have a blast at the ball game!
Where:Ā Re/Max Field
When:Ā August 4 at 7 pm, August 5 at 7 pm, and August 6 at 1 pm
Cost: Start at $20; get tickets here
Fort Edmonton Park
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What:Ā Fort Edmonton Park is the largest living history museum in Canada, and itās the perfect long weekend activity. Visitors can experience the history of Edmonton before their very eyes, with a recreation of a fort from 1846 that was on the grounds during that time period to streets detailing each time period from 1885 to 1920.
Where:Ā Fort Edmonton Park
When:Ā Wednesday through Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
Cost:Ā $26.20 adult admission; ticketsĀ here
Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village
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What:Ā Just a short 40-minute drive east of Edmonton, theĀ Ukrainian Cultural Heritage VillageĀ is an open-air museum telling the story of a Ukrainian settlement in east-central Alberta from 1892 to 1930. Its history is brought to life through interpreters, costumes, museums, food, and more.
Where:Ā 195041 Highway 16 East, Lamont County
When:Ā Wednesday through Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm
Cost:Ā $15 adult admission
Avenged Sevenfold at Rogers Place
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What: California-based heavy metal band Avenged Sevenfold will hit the stage in Edmonton this weekend. Opening for this decades-spanning band is Juno Award-winning Alexisonfire.
Where:Ā Rogers Place
When:Ā August 4 at 6:30 pm
Cost: Tickets start at $63.07; get themĀ here
Edmonton Indigenous Fashion Week
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What:Ā Edmonton Indigenous Fashion Week celebrates the creativity, diversity, and traditions of Indigenous artists, designers, and models from across the country.
Where:Ā River Cree Resort and Casino ā 300 East Lapotac Boulevard, Enoch, Alberta
When: August 3 to 5
Cost:Ā $39.65 single-day access
Big Valley Jamboree
What:Ā The biggest stars in country music are returning to central Alberta, with the Big Valley Jamboree (BVJ) kicking off this long weekend. BVJ is Canadaās premier camping music festival, and itās not only packed with amazing live music, but it will also be home to food trucks, drink vendors, artisan shopping, and more.
Where: 4250 Exhibition Drive, Camrose, Alberta
When: August 3 to 6
Cost: Grab your tickets online
Where Dark Things Dwell
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What:Ā You can immerse yourself in a massive and frightening outdoor escape room this summer at Fort Edmonton Park. Where Dark Things DwellĀ is the newest interactive experience where you and three others must search for clues and solve puzzles in order to lift an ancient curse that has driven the villagers of Edmonton to madness. Games occur at night with masked live actors in the shadowy confines of the parkās historic buildings.
Where:Ā Fort Edmonton Park
When:Ā July 6 to September 24, Thursday to Sunday evenings
Cost:Ā $30 each; get themĀ here
Take a cruise on the Edmonton Riverboat
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What:Ā For nearly three decades, Edmontonās iconic riverboat has offered unparalleled views of the Edmonton city skyline and the stunning river valley. This incredible 90-minute excursion lets you indulge in fantastic dining options, drinks, and some awesome live music, and you get to experience Edmonton from a whole new vantage point.
Where:Ā 9734 98th Avenue
When:Ā Weekends and special events throughout the summer
Cost:Ā General admission starts at $41.95 for adults; ticketsĀ here
Elk Island National Park
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What:Ā Whether youāre hitting the trails, stargazing, or trying to see some buffalo, this national park is always worth the short drive out there. Why not enjoy the outdoors at this prestigious national park? Itās sure going to be a nice weekend to do it!
When:Ā Open year-round
Where:Ā 54401 Range Road 203, Fort Saskatchewan
Cost:Ā Free; Parks Canada pass is required to enter
Grab a flight at a local brewery
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What:Ā Edmonton is blessed with tons of great brews to enjoy, so check out the various breweries in YEG and enjoy some flights and good eats this summer.Ā Happy Beer Street on 99th StreetĀ is home to SEVEN incredible breweries you can check out. Expand that palate!